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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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