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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Scientists want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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