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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners 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 numerous topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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