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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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