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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. New advances in elearning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these compelling new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also studies the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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