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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these open education ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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