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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are enabling people all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Bolivia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these intriguing new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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