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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online education technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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