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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest 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 massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Montenegro to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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