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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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