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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Universities want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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