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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in learning technology are enabling students all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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