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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have empowered people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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