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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in online learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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