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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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