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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better grasp these open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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