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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in online courses. 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 a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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