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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Zambia to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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