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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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