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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Zimbabwe to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources