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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online education are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better grasp these intriguing new open educational ventures. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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