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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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