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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in online education technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational ventures. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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