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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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