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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in digital education technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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