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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these massively open online courses? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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