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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology enable students all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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