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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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