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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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