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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations have to consider now that learning technology is improving so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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