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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in elearning are empowering students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these promising new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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