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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners all around the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners 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 a lot of topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these new open education ventures. Universities want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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