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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these significant new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for data the thrilling new book 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 talks about the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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