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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in elearning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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