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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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