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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Lucia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This definitive new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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