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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take online courses. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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