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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Barbados to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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