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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education endeavours. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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