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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Jamaica to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This amazing new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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