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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in online education are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Zambia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Educators want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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