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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are normally free 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 numerous topics that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Cambodia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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