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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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