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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning are empowering humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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