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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Zambia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to better understand these compelling new open education endeavours. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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