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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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