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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in learning technology are enabling students all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also researches the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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