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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in elearning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Zambia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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