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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in distance learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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