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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in e-learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Netherlands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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