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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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