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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Zimbabwe to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Researchers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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