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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in e-learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these promising new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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