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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these significant new open education undertakings. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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