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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education ventures. Educators want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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