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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning have provided the means for humans all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to be more aware of these open education experiments. Public servants want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the 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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