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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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