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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in online education are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education experiments. People want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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