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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally 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 several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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