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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online education technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Lucia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these open education undertakings. Instructors want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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