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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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