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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are usually free for students 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 elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Jamaica to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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