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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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