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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these important new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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