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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Trainers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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