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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these fascinating new open education undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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