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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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