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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these new open education experiments. Professors want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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