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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free 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 many topics that distance learning institutions are considering today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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