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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these open educational endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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