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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Scholars want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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