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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Venezuela to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Universities want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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