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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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