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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in electronic educational technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally 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 a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Trainers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this growing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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