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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology enable learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Zimbabwe to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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