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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New improvements in distance learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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