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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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