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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Zambia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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