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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Students want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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