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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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