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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online education technology have enabled humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to better perceive these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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