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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in learning technology enable learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to better understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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