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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in learning technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open education ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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