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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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