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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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