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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology enable humans all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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