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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are considering now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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