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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in elearning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs)