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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these open educational experiments. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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