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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational experiments. Public servants want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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