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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to better understand these important new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also deals with the key 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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