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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Zimbabwe to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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