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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in electronic education technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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