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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. 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 numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Vietnam to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these exciting new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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