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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions are dealing with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these significant new open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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