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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to understand these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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