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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Academics want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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