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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advances in online learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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