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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Universities want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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