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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in blended learning technology enable students all over the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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