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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are customarily 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 numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. People want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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