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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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