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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in elearning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this crescive desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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