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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive 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 a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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