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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these important new open education ventures. Scholars want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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