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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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