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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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