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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these important new open educational initiatives. Universities want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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