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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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