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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in digital education technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these intriguing new open education undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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