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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better understand these open education experiments. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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