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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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