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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Zimbabwe to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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