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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs 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 numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Trainers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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