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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guatemala to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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