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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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