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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Brazil to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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