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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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