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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Instructors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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