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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Costa Rica to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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