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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are empowering students all over the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Universities want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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