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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in e-learning have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free 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 issues that online learning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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