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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are typically 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 quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Aruba to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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