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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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