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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Lucia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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