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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes 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 in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better understand these interesting new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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