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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in e-learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. Massively 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 a variety of topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Hong Kong to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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