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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better perceive these open education initiatives. People want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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