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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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