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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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