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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these interesting new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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