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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners 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 numerous subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these compelling new open educational experiments. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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