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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in learning technology enable people all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs)