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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners 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 several topics that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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