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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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