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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guyana to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these important new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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