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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Argentina to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to better grasp these compelling new open education ventures. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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