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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for knowledge the 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 intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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