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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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