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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-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 educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Bolivia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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