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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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