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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these promising new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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