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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Netherlands to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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