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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take online courses. MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better comprehend these promising new open education initiatives. Educators want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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