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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 (MOOC). Brand new changes in online learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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