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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these promising new open education undertakings. Educators want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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