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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Lucia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Educators want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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