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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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