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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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