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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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