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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in electronic education technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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