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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online education make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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