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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to understand these open educational endeavours. People want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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