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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Corporations want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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