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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take online courses. These MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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