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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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