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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC 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 issues that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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