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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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