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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to better understand these significant new open education ventures. Academics want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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