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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology enable students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the schooling 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 stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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