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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education experiments. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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