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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in elearning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Zambia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these compelling new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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