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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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