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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in blended learning are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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