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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Costa Rica to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education endeavours. Public servants want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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