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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are ordinarily free 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 a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment 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 organizations deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the most important 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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