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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to understand these new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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