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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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