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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these important new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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