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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning technology are empowering people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are considering today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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