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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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