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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. People want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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