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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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