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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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