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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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