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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Corporations want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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