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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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