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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in e-learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to be more aware of these compelling new open educational experiments. Scholars want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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