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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these interesting new open education ventures. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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