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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in distance learning are enabling learners all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Zimbabwe to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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