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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Costa Rica to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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