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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? 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 MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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