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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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