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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peter I Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Scholars want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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