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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Bolivia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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