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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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