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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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