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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advances in blended learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these intriguing new open education initiatives. Instructors want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also analyzes 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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