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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these fascinating new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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