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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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