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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. New developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these interesting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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