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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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