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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in electronic education technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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