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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational ventures. Professors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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