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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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