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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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