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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Educators want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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