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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online education make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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