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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational experiments. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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