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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to better understand these new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for facts 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 sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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