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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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