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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Guatemala to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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