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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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