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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Zimbabwe to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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