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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are mostly free 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 variety of subjects that online education organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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