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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in digital education technology make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these significant new open education ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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