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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Universities want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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