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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning enable students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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