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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in elearning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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