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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in elearning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this crescive need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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