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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like El Salvador to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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