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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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