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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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