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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mozambique to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these exciting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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