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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in electronic education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Teachers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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