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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning enable people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Dominica to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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