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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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