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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Zimbabwe to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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