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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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