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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning enable humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to understand these interesting new open education ventures. Everybody wants to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also discusses 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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