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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Academics want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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