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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these significant new open education initiatives. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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