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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in digital education technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like The New School to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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