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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in elearning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these compelling new open education ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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