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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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