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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Universities want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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