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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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