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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these open educational endeavours. Instructors want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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