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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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