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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in elearning technology enable humans all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Bolivia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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