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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in e-learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs 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 quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to understand these new open education undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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