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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better grasp these promising new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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