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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these open education undertakings. Instructors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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