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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in online education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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