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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in blended learning have enabled students all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Lucia to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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