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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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