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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Scientists want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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