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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Brazil to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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