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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take online courses. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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