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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these promising new open educational ventures. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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