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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these exciting new open education ventures. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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