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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning have empowered people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these significant new open educational endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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