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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education are enabling learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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