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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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