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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally 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 several topics that online learning institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Educators want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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