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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also reviews the 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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