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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free 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 many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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