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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to better understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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