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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in elearning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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