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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners 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 several issues that elearning institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. Professors want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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