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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic educational technology enable students all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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