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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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