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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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