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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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