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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Malawi to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning becomes more available there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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