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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning have empowered learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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