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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these important new open education undertakings. Students want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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