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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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