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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better understand these interesting new open educational experiments. People want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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