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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology enable learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several issues that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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