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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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