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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are struggling with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scientists want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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