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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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