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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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