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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Zambia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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