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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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