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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Guyana to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education ventures. People want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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