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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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