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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in elearning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different strategies are being used by organizations like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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