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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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