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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these open education undertakings. Students want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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