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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in e-learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Students want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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