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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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