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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Scientists want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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