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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Malawi to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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