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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Zimbabwe to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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