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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Paraguay to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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