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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Zambia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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