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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are 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 issues that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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