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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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