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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions must deal with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these compelling new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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