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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in electronic education technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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