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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online education have enabled students all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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