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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily 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 many topics that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Singapore to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education experiments. Everybody wants to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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