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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in digital education technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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