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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning make it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners 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 education organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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