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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better understand these promising new open educational undertakings. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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