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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in digital education technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Researchers want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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