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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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