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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in online learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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