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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mozambique to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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