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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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