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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online learning have enabled humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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