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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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