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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning are empowering students all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better understand these open educational undertakings. Public servants want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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