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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Students want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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