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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive open 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 technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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