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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in e-learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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