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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are considering now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage low motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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