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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are considering today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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