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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Universities want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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