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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive 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 quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources