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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in online learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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