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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these open educational experiments. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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