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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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