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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. People want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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