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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Academics want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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