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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily 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 quite a few topics that online education organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better perceive these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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