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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational experiments. Trainers want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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