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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Lucia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these open education undertakings. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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