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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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