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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Swaziland to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Everyone wants to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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