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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Academics want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education