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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning have enabled humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are usually free for students 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 issues that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. People want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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