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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also researches the 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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