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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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