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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Zambia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also studies the 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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