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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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