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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in e-learning technology have empowered people all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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