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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these open educational experiments. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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