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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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