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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Teachers want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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