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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in blended learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low 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 digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better grasp these intriguing new open education ventures. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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