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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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