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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in e-learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? 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 teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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