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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Professors want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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