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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these compelling new open educational endeavours. Universities want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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