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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in online learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Trainers want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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