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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Students want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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