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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these interesting new open educational undertakings. Academics want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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