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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online learning technology have empowered people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Educators want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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