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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Professors want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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