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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not 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 education organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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