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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. People want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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