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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in electronic education technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. People want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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