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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like LinkedIn to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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