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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these important new open educational experiments. Students want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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