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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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