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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Students want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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