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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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