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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to better perceive these open education experiments. Professors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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