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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in blended learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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