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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in e-learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Zambia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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