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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sudan to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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