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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open educational ventures. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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