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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Universities want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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