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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students 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 numerous subjects that online education institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Lucia to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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