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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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