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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in e-learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to understand these intriguing new open educational experiments. Instructors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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