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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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