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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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