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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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