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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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