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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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