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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to understand these promising new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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