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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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