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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in electronic educational technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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