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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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