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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in e-learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What 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 in use today? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Universities want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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