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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Educators want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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