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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning have enabled learners all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these exciting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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