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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology are empowering students all around the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better understand these exciting new open education ventures. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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