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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly 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 quite a few topics that online learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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