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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in online learning make it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education undertakings. Students want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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