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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online education technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these significant new open education undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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