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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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