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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly 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 several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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