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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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