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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better perceive these compelling new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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