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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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