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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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