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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Zambia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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