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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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