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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in online learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cape Verde to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing desideratum for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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