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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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