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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in online learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Grenada to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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