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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are 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 many topics that online learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Belgium to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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