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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Educators want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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