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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. People want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This new book also studies the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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