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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in elearning technology are enabling people all over the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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