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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in elearning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these promising new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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