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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to understand these new open educational experiments. Instructors want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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