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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these significant new open education endeavours. Academics want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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