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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in digital education technology have enabled students all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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