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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning have enabled humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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