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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. People want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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