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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mozambique to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational experiments. Public servants want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this need for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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