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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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