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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Universities want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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