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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these open education undertakings. Educators want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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