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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in e-learning enable learners all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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