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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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