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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different strategies are being used by organizations like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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