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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology have empowered people all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational ventures. Universities want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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