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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Grenada to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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