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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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