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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the education provided by 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 students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mozambique to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Trainers want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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