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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in electronic education technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better perceive these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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