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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions have to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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