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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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