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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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