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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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