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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Instructors want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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