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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to be more aware of these important new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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