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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in elearning have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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