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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in electronic educational technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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