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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Academics want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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