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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in elearning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Zimbabwe to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these open educational endeavours. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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