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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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