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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to be more aware of these important new open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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