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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take online courses. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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