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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these significant new open education ventures. Educators want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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