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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in online education have made it possible for students all over the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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