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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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