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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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