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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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