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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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