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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Bhutan to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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