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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online learning technology have enabled people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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