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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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