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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in online learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open education ventures. Corporations want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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