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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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