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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Professors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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