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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these open education initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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