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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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