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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to understand these significant new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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