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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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