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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these important new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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