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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in electronic educational technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Zambia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to better understand these significant new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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