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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these promising new open education initiatives. People want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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