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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are 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 numerous issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Samoa to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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