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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning are enabling learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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