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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many issues that blended learning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOC courses? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Corporations want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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