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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Zambia to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to understand these important new open education ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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