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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are considering today because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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