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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in elearning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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