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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education 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 learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better understand these important new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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