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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Zambia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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