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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are customarily 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 a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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