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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology have empowered people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Zambia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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