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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions have to consider today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Cuba to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational endeavours. Universities want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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