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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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