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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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