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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to understand these promising new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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