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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in e-learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically 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 many subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Belarus to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational experiments. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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