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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational undertakings. Universities want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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