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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these intriguing new open education ventures. People want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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