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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Students want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education