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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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