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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Instructors want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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