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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Educators want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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