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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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