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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Paraguay to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these significant new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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