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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational ventures. Public servants want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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