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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational undertakings. Educators want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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