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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to better understand these compelling new open education ventures. Scientists want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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