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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not 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 distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Swaziland to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Universities want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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