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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Zambia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this crescive demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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