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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these promising new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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