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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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