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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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