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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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