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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several issues that learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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