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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in distance learning have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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