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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in electronic education technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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