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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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