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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in elearning have enabled students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to better perceive these new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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