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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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