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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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