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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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