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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in online education have provided the means for learners all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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