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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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