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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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