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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these promising new open educational initiatives. Professors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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