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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners 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 subjects that distance learning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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