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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in online learning are empowering people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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