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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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