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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent gains in elearning enable people in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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