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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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