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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to understand these open educational ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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