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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology have enabled students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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