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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better grasp these new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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