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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mozambique to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these important new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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