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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Educators want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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