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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning are empowering people all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Cuba to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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