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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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