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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Academics want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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