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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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