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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern advances in online learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better grasp these intriguing new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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