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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Netherlands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Professors want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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