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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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