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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these new open educational ventures. Educators want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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