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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in digital education technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are 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 subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational undertakings. Professors want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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