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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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