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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Bolivia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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