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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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