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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are generally free 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 numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Slovenia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to better comprehend these important new open educational initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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