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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Zambia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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