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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these significant new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education