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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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