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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Panama to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better understand these significant new open education undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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