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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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