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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Academics want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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