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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners 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 quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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