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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better understand these significant new open education ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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