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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in online learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners 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 quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these exciting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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