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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these important new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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