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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in e-learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Zambia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Academics want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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