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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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