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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in elearning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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