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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. New advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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