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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Lucia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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